Kramer RC-62 User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Room Controller Models:
RC-62 Series (RC-62, RC-62L)
RC-63A Series (RC-63A, RC-63AL)
RC-63D Series (RC-63D, RC-63DL)

Contents
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Contents
1Introduction 1
2Getting Started 2
3Overview 2
4Installing the Room Controller 3
4.1 Defining the RC-62 and RC-62L 4
4.2 Defining the RC-63A and RC-63AL 6
4.3 Defining the RC-63D and RC-63DL 9
5Using Your Room Controller 11
5.1 Operating the Room Controller 15
5.2 Using the Macro Buttons 15
6Customizing the Controllers' Buttons and Labels 16
6.1 Button Labels 16
6.2 Inserting the Button Labels 17
6.3 Replacing a Button Label 17
6.4 Grounding the Room Controller 18
7Technical Specifications 19
Figures
Figure 1: RC-62 Room Controller Front Panel 4
Figure 2: RC-62 Room Controller Rear Panel 5
Figure 3: RC-63A Room Controller Front Panel (for Europe) 8
Figure 4: RC-63A Room Controller Rear Panel (for Europe) 8
Figure 5: RC-63D Room Controller Front Panel 10
Figure 6: RC-63D Room Controller Rear Panel 10
Figure 7: RC-63D Master/Standalone Power Supply Pinout 12
Figure 8: Example of a Typical Standalone RC-63DL Configuration 13
Figure 9: RC-63D connected to the SV-551 SummitView™ Processor / Switcher 14
Figure 10: RC-63DL Labels Setup 15
Figure 11: Sample “Button Labels” Sheet 16
Figure 12: Unscrewing the Faceplate Attachment Screws 17
Figure 13: Grounding Connection Components 18

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Tables
Table 1: Defining the Room Controllers' Series 1
Table 2: RC-62 Front Panel Features 4
Table 3: RC-62 Rear Panel Features 5
Table 4: Defining the RC-63A (for the USA) 7
Table 5: RC-63A/EU Front Panel Features (for Europe) 8
Table 6: RC-63A/EU Rear Panel Features 9
Table 7: RC-63D Front Panel Features 10
Table 8: RC-63D Rear Panel Features 11
Table 9: Room Controller Functions and Characteristics 12
Table 10: Connection Scheme (for the example in Figure 8) 13
Table 11: The Commands Configuration 15
Table 12: Grounding Component Descriptions 18
Table 13: Technical Specifications of the Room Controller Series 19
Table 14: Available RC-6X Models 20

ADDENDUM to the RC-62, RC-63A and RC-63D Series User Manual (P/N: 2900-000473)
P/N: 2900-300120A1
The new RC-62X, RC-63AX and RC-63DX room controller models are designed for use in
control applications in which group labels are not required; they have the same functionality
as the RC-62, RC-63A and RC-63D, respectively.
The RC-62X Room Controller:
The RC-63AX Room Controller:
The RC-63DX Room Controller:

P/N: 2900-0060192A1
ADDENDUM: Included with user manuals for two-gang Wall Plates
This addendum describes the process of mounting a two-gang wall plate
using the frame adapter.
Mounting the Wall Plate
Figure 1 illustrates how to mount the two-gang wall plate:
Figure 1: Mounting the Two-gang Wall Plate
P/N:
2900- 0060192

Introduction
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics! Since 1981, Kramer Electronics has been
providing a world of unique, creative, and affordable solutions to the vast range
of problems that confront the video, audio, presentation, and broadcasting
professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have redesigned and upgraded
most of our line, making the best even better! Our 1,000-plus different models
now appear in 11 groups1
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer RC-62 and/or RC-63A and/or
RC-63D room controller (defined in
that are clearly defined by function.
Table 1), which are available in European
(80mm and 86mm height versions) and American versions.
Table 1: Defining the Room Controllers' Series2
LCD Group-Labels
3
Printed Group-Labels
4
RC-62 Series
RC-62L RC-62
RC-63A series
With a separate analog
volume control adjustment
knob
RC-63AL RC-63A
RC-63D Series
With a separate digital
volume control adjustment
knob
RC-63DL RC-63D
The Room Controllers are designed to let you control an A/V system with ease—
such as our SummitView™ kits5
—in a multimedia classroom or conference room.
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Switchers and Matrix Switchers; GROUP 3: Control Systems; GROUP 4:
Format/Standards Converters; GROUP 5: Range Extenders and Repeaters; GROUP 6: Specialty AV Products; GROUP 7:
Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories
and Rack Adapters; GROUP 11: Sierra Products
2 The specific model is not printed on the unit. For example, RC-63DL (with LCD labels) has RC-63D printed on it and can
be recognized by the LCD displays on its panel
3 Has LCD labels, letting you program the required group-label
4 The DISPLAY and SOURCES labels are printed on the unit
5 SummitView™ is a complete and simple solution for the integration of media and control in classrooms, training rooms and
presentation rooms. SummitView™ is as easy-to-use as it is to specify and install. Everything required, including wall plate
interfaces, controllers, amplifiers, speakers, cable and even enclosures ready to be mounted to projection mounts is included.
With SummitView™ you get everything you need for a high end integrated media system – just add the displays and sources.
All the signals are transmitted over economical CAT 5 cable

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Getting Started
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The room controllers—RC-62,RC-63A and RC-63D—can be used as:
•System controllers for the SummitView™ system when connected via
K-NET1
•Advanced, standalone, wall-mounted room controllers. When used in this
way, programming of these units is required
cable to the SV-551 or SV-552 SummitView™ Processor / Switcher.
When used in this way, no programming of these units is needed and the unit
does not require a separate power supply
2
The package includes the following items:
as well as a separate power
supply
•Any version of the RC-62 series, the RC-63Aseries or the RC-63D series
•3' (0.91m) USB cable3
•Screwdriver
•Power adapter: 12V DC Input
•This user manual4
•Configuration software
5
2 Getting Started
(K-Config)
This user manual is written for the end user. Refer to the separate
Configuration Software Guide (available online) for details of how to install and
configure the Room Controller6
We recommend that you review the contents of this user manual.
3 Overview
This user manual describes the RC-62 / RC-63A / RC-63D series.
Each of these highly versatile controller interfaces acts as an all-in-one extended
remote control panel for control of A/V equipment—especially projectors and
associated equipment—in any room (such as classrooms, boardrooms, or
auditoriums). They streamline operations and simplify control by integrating
audio, video, and computer-video sources into a centralized system.
1 K-NET is a proprietary Kramer protocol for interconnecting Kramer units
2 Refer to the separate online “Configuration Software Guide” at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 Part number C-UA/MUB-3
4 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from the Internet at this URL: http://www.kramerelectronics.com
5 The relevant configuration software varies according to the firmware version in use. For details, go to our Web site at
http://www.kramerelectronics.com
6 That provides information about how to set up the system. This online guide may well be updated on a regular basis. For the
latest online guide, go to http://www.kramerelectronics.com

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Each room controller includes:
•Configurable backlit1buttons to set up any supported2
•A bidirectional RS-232 wired serial port, for universal display (for example,
projectors) and switcher control
command
•Two K-NET ports
•Two relays for the simplified and centralized control of room functions (such
as lighting, closing blinds, screen settings, and so on)
•An IR control port
•An IR-learner for the customized control of external sources, receiving the IR
commands from different remote transmitters without the need for an external
IR remote control unit
•Macro mode operation, for programming multiple commands with the press
of a single button
•Support for firmware upgrade via USB
In addition, the RC-63Aand the RC-63D feature a separate analog and digital
volume adjustment knob, respectively.
To achieve the best performance:
•Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding interference,
deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise-levels
(often associated with low quality cables)
•Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your
Kramer Room Controller away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
4 Installing the Room Controller
This section defines the:
•RC-62, and RC-62L, see section 4.1
•RC-63A and RC-63AL, see section 4.2
•RC-63D and RC-63DL, see section 4.3
1 256 colors are available for backlit buttons (to be configured by the system integrator)
2 To be configured by the system integrator only

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4.1 Defining the RC-62 and RC-62L
The RC-62 is available as a 1 Gang wall plate (for the USA) or a 2 Gang wall
plate (for Europe). It features 6 front panel buttons designed in two groups; one
group of 2 buttons, and another group of 4 buttons. Each group can be
programmed according to the user's requirements. The:
•RC-62 has the DISPLAY and SOURCES labels printed on the unit
•RC-62L has an LCD label, letting you program the required group label
The RC-62 series includes two relays for the simplified and centralized control of
room functions (such as lighting, closing blinds, screen settings, and so on), an IR
output, a bidirectional RS-232 port, and two K-NET ports. In addition, the RC-62
features an IR-learner for the customized control of external sources, memorizing
the IR commands from different remote transmitters. A USB port is included for
programming the RC-62 via a computer.
Figure 1, Figure 2, Table 2 and Table 3 define the RC-62, and RC-62L.
Version for Europe
Version for the USA
Figure 1: RC-62 Room Controller Front Panel1
Table 2: RC-62 Front Panel Features
# Feature Function
1 “DISPLAY” and
“SOURCE” Labels
RC-62 - "DISPLAY" and “SOURCE” are printed on the panel
RC-62L - an LCD version on a blue background that displays up to 8
characters at once (programmed via the USB port)
2 DISPLAY Buttons These 2 configurable backlit buttons can set up any supported command2
3 SOURCE Buttons These 4 configurable backlit buttons can set up any supported command
2
1 The USA version shown has LCD Labels (RC-62L), and the European version shown has printed labels (RC-62)
2 By the system integrator only

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Figure 2: RC-62 Room Controller Rear Panel
Table 3: RC-62 Rear Panel Features
# Feature Function
1 FIRMWARE UPGRADE
Switch
For technical support use only
2 Grounding Screw Connect to grounding wire (optional), see section 6.4
3 K-NET TERM Switch For line termination
4 PROGRAM (USB)
Connector
Connect to a computer for unit configuration
5 IR IN Receiver Receives IR remote commands
6 RELAYS Connections Connect to room items (such as lighting, screen settings, blinds, and so on)
7 IR Connections Control a machine via an IR Emitter
8 RS-232 Connections Connect to the RS-232 connector on the A/V equipment or a PC or other Serial
Controller
9 K-NET LOOP
Connections
On K-NET and K-NET LOOP, PIN GND is for the Ground connection1
10
; PIN
B (-) and PIN A (+) are for RS-485, and PIN +12V is for powering the unit
K-NET Connections
11 FACTORY RESET
Button
Press to revert to the default settings, including all the configured buttons
1 The ground connection is sometimes connected to the shield of the RS-485 cable (in most applications, it is not connected)

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4.2 Defining the RC-63A and RC-63AL
The Kramer RC-63A is available as a 2 Gang wall plate (for Europe and the
USA). It features 6 front panel buttons designed in two groups; one group of 2
buttons, and another group of 4 buttons. Each group can be programmed
according to the user's requirements. The:
•RC-63A has the DISPLAY and SOURCES labels printed on the unit
•RC-63AL has LCD labels, letting you program the required group label, as
well as rolling text on the display
The RC-63A also includes:
•An analog volume control adjustment knob
•Two relays for the simplified and centralized control of room functions (such
as lighting, closing blinds, screen settings, and so on)
•An IR output, a bidirectional RS-232 port, and two K-NET ports
•An IR-learner for the customized control of external sources, memorizing the
IR commands from different remote transmitters
A USB port is included for programming the RC-63A via a computer.
Table 4 defines the RC-63 and RC-63AL.

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Table 4: Defining the RC-63A (for the USA)
# Feature Function
1 SOURCE
Buttons
These 4 configurable
backlit buttons can set up
any supported command1
2 “DISPLAY”
and
“SOURCE”
Labels
RC-63A - "DISPLAY" and
“SOURCE” are printed on
the panel
RC-63AL - an LCD version
on a blue background that
displays up to 8 characters
at once (programmed via
the USB port)
3 DISPLAY
Buttons
These 2 configurable
backlit buttons can set up
any supported command1
4 VOLUME
Knob
Rotate clockwise to
increase the level
# Feature Function
1 GND Connection Ground connection for the
potentiometer
2 LEVEL Connection Wiper of potentiometer
3 +V PIN +V connection for the
potentiometer
4 Grounding Screw Connect to grounding wire
(optional), see section 6.4
5 PROGRAM
Switch
For technical support use only
6 K-NET TERM
Switch
For line termination
7 PROGRAM
(USB) Connector
Connect to a computer for unit
configuration
8 IR IN Receiver Receives IR remote commands
9 RELAY
Connections
Connect to room items (such
as lighting, screen settings,
blinds, and so on)
10 IR Connections Control a machine via an IR
Emitter
11 RS-232
Connections
Connect to the RS-232 connector
on the A/V equipment or a PC or
other Serial Controller
12 K-NET LOOP
Connections
On K-NET and K-NET LOOP,
PIN GND is for the Ground
connection2
13 ; PIN B (-) and PIN
A (+) are for RS-485, and PIN
+12V is for powering the unit
K-NET
Connections
14 FACTORY
RESET Button
Press to revert to the default
settings, including all the
configured buttons
1 By the system integrator only
2 The ground connection is sometimes connected to the shield of the RS-485 cable (in most applications, it is not connected)

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Figure 3 and Table 5 define the RC-63A and the RC-63AL front panels (for
Europe):
Figure 3: RC-63A Room Controller Front Panel (for Europe)
Table 5: RC-63A/EU Front Panel Features (for Europe)
# Feature Function
1 DISPLAY Buttons These 2 configurable backlit buttons can set up any supported command
2 “DISPLAY” and
“SOURCE” Labels
RC-63A - "DISPLAY" and “SOURCE” are printed on the panel
RC-63AL - an LCD version on a blue background that displays up to 8 characters
at once (programmed via the USB port)
3 SOURCE Buttons These 4 configurable backlit buttons can set up any supported command
4 VOLUME Knob Rotate clockwise to increase the level
Figure 4 and Table 6 define the RC-63A Rear panel (for Europe):
Figure 4: RC-63A Room Controller Rear Panel (for Europe)

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Table 6: RC-63A/EU Rear Panel Features
# Feature Function
1 GND Connection Ground connection for the potentiometer
2 LVL (LEVEL) Connection Wiper of potentiometer
3 +V PIN +V connection for the potentiometer
4 FIRMWARE UPGRADE Switch For technical support use only
5 IR IN Receiver Receives IR remote commands
6 K-NET TERM Switch For line termination
7 RELAY Connections Connect to room items (such as lighting, screen settings, blinds, and
so on)
8 IR Connections Control a machine via an IR Emitter
9 RS-232 Connections Connect to the RS-232 connector on the A/V equipment or a PC or other
Serial Controller
10 PROGRAM (USB) Connector Connect to a computer for unit configuration
11 K-NET Connections On K-NET and K-NET LOOP, PIN GND is for the Ground connection
1
12
;
PIN B (-) and PIN A (+) are for RS-485, and PIN +12V is for powering the
unit
K-NET LOOP Connections
13 Grounding Screw Connect to grounding wire (optional), see section 6.4
4.3 Defining the RC-63D and RC-63DL
The Kramer RC-63D is available as a 2 Gang wall plate for the USA or a 2 Gang
wall plate for Europe. It features 6 front panel buttons designed in two groups;
one group of 2 buttons, and another group of 4 buttons. Each group can be
programmed according to the user's requirements. The:
•RC-63Dhas the DISPLAY and SOURCES labels printed on the unit
•RC-63DL is the default room controller included as part of the
SummitView™ Standard Kit Box and the SummitView™ Essentials Kit Box
and described in that user manual, and has an LCD label, letting you program
the required group label, as well as rolling text on the display
The RC-63Dalso includes:
•A configurable digital volume control adjustment knob with five LEDs
•Two relays for the simplified and centralized control of room functions (such
as lighting, closing blinds, screen settings, and so on)
•An IR output, a bidirectional RS-232 port, and two K-NET ports
•An IR-learner for the customized control of external sources, memorizing the
IR commands from different remote transmitters
A USB port is included for programming the RC-63Dvia a computer.
Figure 5, Figure 6, Table 7 and Table 8 define the RC-63Dand RC-63DL.
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Version for Europe
Version for the USA
Figure 5: RC-63D Room Controller Front Panel
Table 7: RC-63D Front Panel Features
# Feature Function
1 SOURCE Buttons These 4 configurable backlit buttons can set up any supported command1
2 “DISPLAY” and
“SOURCE” Labels
RC-63D - "DISPLAY" and “SOURCE” are printed on the panel
RC-63DL - an LCD version on a blue background that displays up to 8 characters
at once (programmed via the USB port)
3 DISPLAY Buttons These 2 configurable backlit buttons can set up any supported command
1
4 VOLUME LED Lights red, indicating maximum volume
5 VOLUME LEDs Lights green, indicating volume level
6 VOLUME Knob Rotate clockwise to increase the level
Figure 6: RC-63D Room Controller Rear Panel
1 By the system integrator only

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Table 8: RC-63D Rear Panel Features
# Feature Function
1 FIRMWARE UPGRADE Switch For technical support use only
2 Grounding Screw Connect to grounding wire (optional), see section 6.4
3 K-NET TERM Switch For line termination
4 PROGRAM (USB) Connector Connect to a computer for unit configuration
5 IR IN Receiver Receives IR remote commands
6 RELAY Connections Connect to room items (such as lighting, screen settings, and so on)
7 IR Connections Control a machine via an IR Emitter
8 RS-232 Connections Connect to the RS-232 connector on the A/V equipment or a PC or
other Serial Controller
9 K-NET LOOP Connections On K-NET and K-NET LOOP, PIN GND is for the Ground
connection1
10 ; PIN B (-) and PIN A (+) are for RS-485, and PIN +12V
is for powering the unit
K-NET Connections
11 FACTORY RESET Button Press to revert to the default settings, including all the configured
buttons
5 Using Your Room Controller
This user manual is applicable once the unit is installed and configured2
•Configuration via Kramer K-Config Windows®-based configuration software
and/or the IR learner
. The
installation process is not detailed in this user manual, and includes:
•Setting up the labels on the buttons, according to your specific requirements3
•Hardware installation
•Connecting the display
The room controller can function as:
•A master room controller that can connect to up to two auxiliary devices via
K-NET
•A standalone device (which is not connected to any auxiliary device)
•An auxiliary device connected to a master room controller
1 The ground connection is sometimes connected to the shield of the RS-485 cable (in most applications, it is not connected)
2 By authorized Kramer technical personnel or by an external system integrator
3 It is recommended to place labels on the buttons prior to installing the unit, as this involves removing the face plate

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Table 9 summarizes the room controller functions and characteristics.
Table 9: Room Controller Functions and Characteristics
Master Standalone Auxiliary
K-NET Connector(s) Connects to up to
two auxiliary devices
– Connects to the master
device
Connects to controlled machines Yes Yes Yes
Requires power supply Yes Yes No, receives power from
the Master Controller
Requires Programming1Yes Yes No, receives commands
from the Master controller
Figure 7 defines the power supply pinout for Master and standalone room
controllers:
Figure 7: RC-63D Master/Standalone Power Supply Pinout
Figure 8 and Table 10 define2
Figure 8
a standalone room controller. If the room controller
is configured to be a Master room controller, up to two auxiliary devices can be
connected via the two K-NET terminal block connectors (not shown in ).
1 Refer to the separate K-Config online configuration software technical documentation at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
2 Your room controller was installed and configured to suit your specific requirements. This example describes how to setup
one of an unlimited number of available setups for the system

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Figure 8: Example of a Typical Standalone RC-63DL Configuration
Table 10: Connection Scheme (for the example in Figure 8)
This connector: Connects to:
REL 1 The screen
REL 2
IR OUT and GND PINs A DVD player
RS-232 (TX, RX) Terminal Block Connector A projector
+12V and GND A power supply unit
A PC is connected via the USB connector for setup of the room controller
When the room controller is used as a system controller for the SummitView™
system via the proprietary communication channel K-NET, as illustrated in
Figure 9:
•It requires only a K-NET connection to the Master device (for example, the
Kramer SV-551 or SV-552 SummitView™ Processor / Switcher)
•A power supply unit is not required

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•No programming of the room controller is needed
Figure 9 shows how the room controller is used as part of the SummitView™
system:
Figure 9: RC-63D connected to the SV-551 SummitView™ Processor / Switcher

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5.1 Operating the Room Controller
In the following example1Figure 10that is illustrated in , the room controller is
labeled with specific functions and each button is programmed2to perform
several tasks3Table 11as defined in .
Table 11: The Commands Configuration
The Label The Macro Sequence
ROOM
Figure 10: RC-63DL Labels Setup
ON •Power up the projector
•Power up the DVD player
•Roll down the projector screen
•1 minute delay [for the projector to heat
up]
•The projector selects the DVD input
OFF •Power down the projector
•Stop the DVD player
•Power down the DVD player
•Stop the VCR
•Power down the VCR
•Roll up the projector screen
DVD •Stop the video player
•The projector selects the DVD input
•Play the DVD
VCR •Stop the DVD
•The projector selects the VCR input
•Play the VCR
VOLUME •Use the VOLUME knob to adjust the
audio level
5.2 Using the Macro Buttons
Pressing any button initiates a macro sequence4
, during which the button blinks
(as programmed by the system integrator).
1 This is only one example among numerous possibilities, each button can be configured as required. In this example, two
buttons are not assigned
2 By the technical installer
3 A macro sequence, including several commands per button, carried out one after the other
4 The macro sequence can be carried out instantly or can take a while, depending on the delay times included in the sequence